Former CEO of Goldman Sachs

Lloyd Blankfein

Lloyd Blankfein served as CEO of Goldman Sachs from 2006 to 2018, steering the firm through the 2008 financial crisis. He is the author of a memoir reflecting on his career in finance, power, and institutional responsibility.

Known For

Leadership of Goldman Sachs during the 2008 financial crisisMarket-making and financial markets expertisePublic commentary on wealth inequality and institutional failure

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Emotions Are Temporary Experiences, Not Character Traits or Identity

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False Information Spreads Faster and Further Than Truth

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Humans Crave Status and Respect More Than Wealth Itself

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Trust Is the Foundation of All Relationships and Opportunity

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Books

■Blankfein's Memoir

Episodes

#How the Ex-Goldman CEO actually invests his own moneyJun 16, 2026 ##473 — Money, Power, and Moral FailureApr 29, 2026